Recruitment and Publicity Officer (Family Placement Team - Fostering) - 05409

Recruitment and Publicity Officer (Family Placement Team – Fostering) – 05409

West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated Publicity and Recruitment Officer to join the Family Placement Team, Fostering. This fixed‑term role supports the recruitment and publicity activities for fostering, helping to recruit and place foster carers to ensure children in care receive support and nurturing.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective recruitment strategies to attract new foster carers
• Develop and deliver engaging publicity materials to promote fostering
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maximise recruitment opportunities
• Monitor and evaluate recruitment activities, providing regular reports on progress
• Support the Team Manager in ensuring high‑quality placements for children in care
• Contribute to driving successful recruitment of foster carers to improve outcomes for children and young people in West Berkshire

Qualifications and skills

• Experience in a similar role with understanding of fostering and related challenges
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and motivate potential foster carers
• Strong organisational and time management abilities to manage multiple priorities
• Creative flair to produce engaging publicity materials
• Self‑motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Term and location

Fixed term until 31/03/2027 – funding for a limited project.

Benefits

• Flexible working where possible
• Hybrid working with 40% in the office where feasible
• Training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Local discounts and wellbeing programme including Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave starting at 29 days per annum plus public holidays, rising after 5 years’ service

How to apply and other notes

Please complete a short online application form to upload your CV. This role is public facing with English language requirements as stated. The closing date is indicative; we reserve the right to close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Keith Langley on 01635 503102 or keith.langley@westberks.gov.uk.

West Berkshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other employment checks for successful candidates.

Equality and diversity: The Council supports Equal Opportunities and encourages applications from people who fall within any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

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